I'm excited about having this treatment next month but don't want to experience the excruciating pain associated with the procedure. I heard that using a desensitizing mouthwash and toothpaste beforehand works along with Motrin before the procedure. Is this true? Are there any other tips?
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During teeth whitening and in the immediate phase at the end of this cosmetic dental treatment , teeth are slightly more likely to attract external pigments so it is recommended do not eat or drink with dark colors during the first 48 hours
There is nothing wrong with polishing after bleaching. Your dentist may have a polishing paste that contains oils that could interfere with bleaching. Any polishing paste that is not free of oils should be delayed until after the bleach process. In my office we...
The material used in take home tooth whitening can actually be beneficial to the gums. If the tray that the material is placed in is not made properly, then it can irritate the gums, but this is generally a temporary situation but is important to take the time correctly, so i recommended you to...